Lead complex, high-impact services that support people to live well and help shape the future of social care in Southend. Location: Southend-on-Sea and services based About Southend Care Southend Care is a wholly owned local authority company delivering a broad range of adult social care services, including older people''s care homes, domiciliary care, supported living, mental health services and community-based provision. Operating across multiple locations with a lean, committed leadership team, the organisation is known for its adaptability, responsiveness and ability to manage change in a challenging and fast-moving environment. With a refreshed board, new non-executive directors and a renewed focus on culture, engagement and commercial resilience, Southend Care is looking ahead with confidence. We are also on a journey towards providing services for children and young people, so there has never been a better time to join us. About the role Southend Care is seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Operations to play a pivotal role in leading and shaping high-quality social care services across the city. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven, commercially aware organisation at an exciting point in its evolution, helping to strengthen operational performance, embed a positive culture and support sustainable growth. As Director of Operations, you will take overall responsibility for the operational leadership, quality, safeguarding and performance of ..... full job details .....